Achyuth Kumar
**Achyuth Kumar** (born 8 March 1966) is a highly acclaimed Indian actor who works predominantly in Kannada cinema, along with significant appearances in Tamil films. Renowned for his extraordinary versatility, natural acting style, and ability to elevate any scene, he is widely regarded as one of the finest character actors in contemporary South Indian cinema.
Born in the Tumkur district of Karnataka, Kumar developed a deep passion for the performing arts during his youth. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and formally trained as an actor at Ninasam, a prestigious cultural organization and theatre institute located in Heggodu. His extensive background in stage performance laid a strong foundation for his meticulous character portrayals and commanding screen presence.
He began his professional acting career in television, gaining early recognition for his roles in popular Kannada soap operas such as Girish Kasaravalli's *Gruhabhanga*, *Moodala Mane*, and *Preethi Illada Mele*. He transitioned to the silver screen in the early 2000s, making his debut with the film *Mouni* (2003). However, his major cinematic breakthrough arrived with his critically acclaimed performance as the notorious underworld figure Oil Kumar in the 2007 crime drama *Aa Dinagalu*.
Over the following decades, Kumar became an indispensable part of Kannada cinema, delivering standout performances in critically acclaimed films and massive blockbusters alike. He earned widespread praise for his memorable roles in *Lucia* (2013), *Ulidavaru Kandanthe* (2014), *Drishya* (2014), *Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu* (2016), and *Urvi* (2017). He gained massive pan-Indian recognition for his pivotal roles in Prashanth Neel's blockbuster action franchise *K.G.F: Chapter 1* (2018) and *K.G.F: Chapter 2* (2022), as well as his award-winning portrayal of Devendra Suttooru in Rishab Shetty's cultural phenomenon *Kantara* (2022). He has also made a significant mark in Tamil cinema with impactful roles in major hits like *Vikram Vedha* (2017) and *Soorarai Pottru* (2020).
His profound contributions to Indian cinema have been heavily decorated. He has won multiple Karnataka State Film Awards for Best Supporting Actor, including honors for his performances in *Lucia* and *Hejjegalu* (2013). Additionally, he has received numerous Filmfare Awards South and SIIMA Awards, firmly cementing his legacy as a powerhouse of talent in the industry.
Fotos
Películas (158)
Brindavihari
2026
Sardar 2
2026 · Agent Walrus
Graamaayana
2026
Ananthan Kaadu
2026 · Mudaliyar
The Devil
2025
Mask
2025 · Raathi's husband
The Task
2025 · L Y Rajesh
Brat
2025 · Mahadevaiah
Paathirathri
2025 · DySP Suresh Kumar
Kantara - A Legend: Chapter 1
2025 · Dalal
Just Married
2025
Junior
2025
Shashtipoorti
2025
Vaamana
2025
Firefly
2025
Tiger's Pond
2025 · Prabhu
Bhuvanam Gaganam
2025
Royal
2025
Game Changer
2025 · K.P.
Bachhala Malli
2024
Bagheera
2024 · Prabhakar
KA
2024 · Postmaster Ranga Rao
Brother
2024 · Kumarasamy
Martin
2024 · Ashok Kumar
Bheema
2024 · Ramanna
Love Li
2024
Powder
2024
The Family Star
2024 · Minister
Yuva
2024
Kreem
2024 · Rudregowda
Bachelor Party
2024
Annapoorani
2023
Sapta Sagaradaache Ello - Side B
2023 · Prabhu
Sapta Sagaradaache Ello – Side A
2023 · Prabhu
Kshetrapathi
2023
Dhoomam
2023 · Prakash
Raghavendra Stores
2023
Veeram
2023
Gurudev Hoysala
2023 · ASI Sampath
Kranti
2023 · Sadashivayya
Repeat
2022
Banaras
2022 · Narayan Sashtry
Kantara
2022 · Devendra Suttooru
Dejavu
2022
Benki
2022
Thurthu Nirgamana
2022
Sakutumba Sametha
2022
Selfie Mummy Googl Daddy
2022
K.G.F: Chapter 2
2022 · Guru Pandyan
Trikona
2022
Valimai
2022 · Kothandam
Bytwo Love
2022 · Balu's father
Family Pack
2022
Fourwalls
2022
Love You Rachchu
2021
Rider
2021
Govinda Govinda
2021 · Principal Sheshachala
Rathnan Prapancha
2021
SriKrishna@gmail.com
2021
Salaga
2021
Puksatte Lifu Pursotte Illa
2021
Yuvarathnaa
2021
ACT-1978
2020 · Home Minister
Soorarai Pottru
2020 · Anantha Narayanan
Bheemasena Nalamaharaja
2020
LAW
2020
Mayabazar 2016
2020 · Joseph
Sri Bharatha Baahubali
2020
Avane Srimannarayana
2019 · Achyuthanna
Brahmachari
2019 · Supporting Actor
Adithya Varma
2019 · Devdas Shetty
Aa Drushya
2019
Aatakkuntu Lekkakkilla
2019
Kavaludaari
2019 · Kumar/Bablu
Chambal
2019
Bell Bottom
2019 · Annappa
Natasaarvabhowma
2019
K.G.F: Chapter 1
2018 · Guru Pandian
Iruvudellava Bittu
2018 · Poorvi's father
Naduve Antaravirali
2018
Sankashta Kara Ganapathi
2018 · Sudhakar
Hyper
2018
Iravukku Aayiram Kangal
2018
Chalo
2018 · Kesava
Churikatte
2018
Raju Kannada Medium
2018
Athiratha
2017
College Kumar
2017
Vikram Vedha
2017 · SP Surendar
Aake
2017
Raajakumara
2017 · Krishna
Urvi
2017 · Devaragunda aka Devru
Srinivasa Kalyana
2017
Amaravathi
2017
Beautiful Manasugalu
2017
Lee
2017
Kirik Party
2016 · Ghouse
Naanu Mattu Varalakshmi
2016
Badmaash
2016
Idolle Ramayana
2016 · Film Director
Sipaayi
2016 · Narasimharaju
Kotigobba 2
2016 · Subha's brother
Jaggu Dada
2016
Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu
2016 · Kumar
The Great Story of Sodabuddi
2016
Kiragoorina Gayyaligalu
2016 · Shankara
Ricky
2016
Maduveya Mamatheya Kareyole
2016 · Chandrashekhar Patil
Masterpiece
2015 · Noor Ahmed
Eetti
2015 · Nasoor Meeran
Sharp Shooter
2015
RajiniMurugan
2015 · Neelakandan, Karthika's father
1st Rank Raju
2015 · Raju's Dad
Aatagara
2015 · Yashwanth, a journalist
Geetha Bangle Store
2015
Krishna Leela
2015 · Krishna's father
Siddhartha
2015
Khushi Khushiyagi
2015
Mr & Mrs Ramachari
2014 · Shankar
Software Ganda
2014 · Vishwanath
Fig Fruit and The Wasps
2014 · Gowri's Husband
Poriyaalan
2014 · Sundar
Drishya
2014 · Surya Prakash
Ulidavaru Kandanthe
2014 · Balu
Dil Rangeela
2014
Lucia
2013 · Shankranna
Sakkare
2013
Jatta
2013
Dirty Picture: Silk Sakkath Maga
2013
Jinke Mari
2013
Madarangi
2013
Udhayam NH4
2013 · Politician
Yaare Koogadali
2012
Edegarike
2012 · Tukaram Shetty
Yaarukku Theriyum
2012 · Soori
Drama
2012
Dashamukha
2012
Shikari
2012
Nammanna Don
2012
Lifeu Ishtene
2011
Hare Rama Hare Krishna
2011
Johny Mera Naam Preethi Mera Kaam
2011 · Priya's father
Ko
2011 · S. Krishnakumar "Krish"
Krishnan Love Story
2010
Naanu Nanna Kanasu
2010
Prithvi
2010
Raam
2009
Manasaare
2009 · Mahendra's Uncle
Circus
2009
Aa Dinagalu
2007 · Oil Kumar
Mouni
2003 · Kamthi
Bell Bottom 2
Shivanna 131
Legacy
K.G.F: Chapter 3
Peri Peri Pithoori
Your's Sincerely RAAM
Tamma Sukhagamana Bayasuva
